I Didn't Want An Imprint (Paul Lahote x Reader)

Moving On

Y/N: You're a genius! I knew you could do it, and I'm so proud of you!

Here come the tears again. Why do I do this to myself??

*Tap* *Tap* *Tap*

I shot straight up facing the bay window infront of me.

*Tap* *Tap*

What the hell is that? I slowly stood up, and foolishly made my way toward the window to see what the tapping noise was. I got closer *TAP* and jumped back at the sound. Pulling back the curtain that covered the window, I looked down to see Jared in a pair of the infamous pack jean shorts and shirtless, of course. I was relieved to see a friendly face.

I opened the window, leaning up against the bay window bench. "Jared? What are you doing here?"

"Finally, Y/N. Can I come up?" I nodded and quickly moved away from the window to give him some room.

"Nice room," he said, looking around.

"Thanks, Jar. Now, can you please explain what you're doing here?" I could tell my voice made me sound frustrated, but really, I was just curious.

"Oh, right. You need to talk to Paul. And, before you say anything, Y/N, he misses you, and he's miserable without you around. I'm surprised he's lasted this long honestly. Judging by his thoughts, I figured he would've talked to you by now, but I guess I shouldn't be surprised. It is Paul, after all."

"Excuse me? I should talk to Paul? I don't know why he's not talking to me in the first place. And, I've texted and called with no response, so why don't you tell him to respond to me?" I crossed my arms, ready for Jared's rebuttal.

"Look, Kim and Emily, and the rest of the pack miss you too, Y/N. You're part of the family, and even if Paul is being an ass, we all still want to see you. Emily is making dinner for all of us tomorrow night, and I think you should come. Everyone will be super surprised to see you!"

I missed the pack more than anything, and I missed my daily girl talk time with Kim and Emily the most. I took a deep breath and let out a sigh before agreeing-

"Fine. I'll come. But if Chelsea-"

"Chelsea? Trust me Y/N, Chelsea and Paul are done. She's actually dating some guy on the football team from Forks High School. Apparently they'd been hanging out a lot during her and Paul's relationship after they met at the diner in town. But, you didn't hear that from me." He threw his hands up in innocence, and I promised not to tell.

"Thanks, Jared. Now, go before my grandparents come up here to check on me." I gave him a hug before he disappeared out the window and back into the woods. I felt my nerves building up for the dinner, but managed to fall asleep easily.

The next day was Saturday, and I had already informed my grandparents of my dinner plans that night. They seemed happy I was finally getting out of the house again, and I was just as happy. I headed over to Emily's with a little extra pep in my step at surprising everyone, and couldn't wait to have a great night with the pack who had become my family.

I pulled up to the little, cozy home and turned off my car. With a deep breath, I stepped out and immediately saw the pack running down the porch and toward me with huge smiles and shock on their faces.

"Y/N! Where have you been?" Seth asked.

"Move out of the way, it's my turn to hug Y/N!" Embry yelled.

"No, me!" Jacob pushed.

"Ugh, you guys are so annoying..."Leah rolled her eyes before giving me a hug, pushing Jake out of the way.